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Boat and yacht surveyor in croatia...

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You own a boat or a yacht in Croatia, or are just on holiday with us.. and need the person of trust.. someone who knows what to do.. who knows how.. a support.. for works superintendency.. or just a supervision of your yacht.. need a representative in the event of an incident or damage.. or you just want to assert your right in court..

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With over 20 years of professional experience in the maritime sector in the areas of service, maintenance, insurance, accidents, purchase / sale.. I can ensure you competent, reliable and fair service.. on the entire Croatian Adriatic coast.. or even a little further.. professional and independent.. forensically accurate..

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“ War mir beim Verkauf meiner Hanse eine grosse Unterstützung.. Ich bin froh dass ich ihn hatte.. Danke Vinko.. ” Michael Christ Hanse 385

“ Vinko has done the pre-purchasing survey for my Sunseeker Manhattan 60 in Croatia. I was impressed by the meticulous method of work and the careful analysis performed during the process that I ended up inviting him to follow all the refitting works done until last March. I am pleased with the final result! Vinko is a great professional! Joao Alvim ” Joao Alvim Sunseeker Manhattan 60

“ Vinko hat mich über Wochen fachkundig, besonnen und freundschaftlich bei der Suche begleitet und durch seine Unterstützung war dieser Kauf so entspannt, professionell und sorglos wie keiner zuvor! Vielen Dank und herzliche Grüße aus Deutschland. Sebastian Christmann ” Sebastian Christmann Princess 385

“ Da es für mich der erste Bootskauf war, eine Nauticat 35, war mir eine externe Expertise sehr wichtig. Vinko hat alle Erwartungen erfüllt, hat mir alle Schritte erklärt und mich sehr gut beraten. Besten Dank dafür. Gerne wieder. ” Helmut Lef Nauticat 35

“ Herr Sekso hat uns beim Kauf unseres ersten Bootes profesionell unterstützt. Da wir uns mit Botten nicht so gut auskennen, waren seine Begutachtungen und die Gespräche nhand der gemachten Bilder sehr hilfreich. Wir konten uns sehr gut ein Bild vom Zustand er Boote machen und die nötigen Investitionen einzuschätzen. Er hat für uns insgesammt 4 Boote begutachtet und mit seiner Expertise geholfen uns für unser erstes Boot (Princess 412-2) zu entscheiden. Auch nach dem Kauf stand er immer für einen guten Rat zur erfügung. Wir sind mit seiner Leistung sehr zufrieden. Pozdrav Mikulovic ” Dzo Mikulovic Princess 412

“ Die Begutachtung am Rigg, sowie am Mast meiner Segelyacht, durch die Firma Vinko Sekso, wurde zügig und zur Zufriedenheit erledigt und mit Bildern dokumentiert. Bei gegebenem Anlass werde ich diese Firma wieder beauftragen. Mit freundlichen Grüßen Wolfgang Limberg ” Wolfgang Limberg Taswell 58

“ Vinko hat mich bei zwei Besichtigungen begleitet und ich war sehr zufrieden. Eine gute Beratung und gute Fachkenntnisse haben mich bei beiden Schiffen überzeugt. Das Erste Schiff habe ich dank seiner Aufdeckung von vielen Mängeln auch nicht gekauft. Herr Sekso hat sich auch durch ein teilweise aggressives Verhalten des Verkäufers nicht beeinflussen lassen. Das zweite Schiff, eine Absolute 43 Fly, habe ich dann, nach seiner Begutachtung gekauft und bin sehr zufrieden damit. Viel Erfolg und bestimmt mal auf ein Bier in Vodice. VG M. Goerke ” Mike Goerke Absolute 43

“ Hi Vinko, Thank you for everything. I am very pleased for the survey service you have given me. Many thanx and see you iPhone'umdan gönderildi A.Fuat Yorulmaz ” Ali Fuat Yorulmaz Dufour 385

“ Durch einen glücklichen Zufall bin ich im Sommer 2021 auf die Website von Herrn Sekso gestoßen. Die Zusammenarbeit war vom ersten Telefonat bis zum endgültigen Kauf meiner beiden Boote einfach nur großartig und für mich sehr lehrreich. Herzlichen Dank Vinko! Gerne bis zum nächsten mal. 5 Sterne Liebe Grüße Olaf Diestelhorst ” Olaf Diestelhorst Bavaria 38 und 40s

“ Lieber Vinko, herzlichen Dank für Deine Beratung zum Rigg und Allgemeinzustand bei meinem ersten Segelboot. Mit Deiner fachmännischen Unterstützung hatte und habe ich ein super Gefühl wenn ich auf meine „Sunny“ gehe. Deine Freundlichkeit, Ehrlichkeit und Zuverlässigkeit sind Weltklasse ***Alex, Sun Odyssey 36.2, Jezera***= ” Alex Mayer Sun Odyssey 36.2

“ Hallo Vinko, gerne darfst du unsere Erfahrungen veröffentlichen. „Vinko hat uns beim Kauf unseres neuen Schiffes wirklich sehr gut beraten. Nach der dritten Besichtigung ist es zum Kauf gekommen. Bei den ersten beiden Schiffen sind ihm Sachen aufgefallen, die wir wahrscheinlich nicht gesehen hätten. Die Erstbesichtigung des zweiten Schiffes erfolgte ohne uns, so dass wir uns direkt die Reise nach Kroatien sparen konnten. Er hat uns immer detailliert erklärt, warum er uns vom Kauf der ersten beiden Schiffe abgeraten und zum Kauf des dritten Schiffes geraten hat. Seine Kosten sind eine sehr gute Investition. Sollten wir wieder einmal ein neues Schiff kaufen wollen, werden wir garantiert seine Dienste wieder in Anspruch nehmen. Vielen Dank, Vinko! Mike Steinhauf Sea Ray 375 Sundancer ” Mike Steinhauf Sea Ray 375 Sundancer

sworn court marine expert and assessor boats and yachts surveyor in Croatia

Vinko Sekso mag. forens. ing. Zadarska 9 HR-22211 Vodice

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Welcome to the O.R.I. Surveys home page!

We are privileged, honoured and humbled with your interest in our services..

Maybe you are eying a boat to purchase for you or someone else? Or, you are already an boat or a yacht owner needing thorough survey of your princess. Perhaps you are insurance company dealing with claims in need of proper post-damage or pre-insurance survey?

You are in a right place.

O.R.I. stands for "Objective", "Reliable" and "Independent", meaning that the survey of the boat or yacht you require will be professional, honest and true.

Word of a warning: You might even be disappointed with the SURVEY report. The boat of your dreams may turn out to be not so glamorous under the decks and in the bilges, after all. But, you will be armed with information, and that information will help you make an educated decision and maybe even negotiate the price with the seller. It's worth it because, as the old saying goes, a bad boat is a hole in the water that you pour money into.

Smooth seas and fair winds!

What is a Marine Survey and why should you get one?

Buying a boat can be a significant investment. For this reason, getting a Condition and Valuation Survey before purchasing really makes sense. If you are financing your purchase, it might even be a requirement.

O.R.I. Surveys perform inspections of vessels of all types including pleasure craft, tugboats, fishing boats, barges, dredgers, cargo vessels and more for the purpose of pre-purchase evaluation, insurance eligibility, insurance claim resolution and regulation compliance.

What is a Boat Survey / Yacht Survey?

Basically, it is a detailed inspection of a boat done by a qualified, diligent, intelligent and honest surveyor, for the purpose of determining its current condition and seaworthiness.

In particular, to determine if the vessel is safe to use in conditions for which it was designed, and what maintenance and repairs are required, or are likely to be required in the near future.

The marine survey may be requested by your insurance provider or financial underwriters to help determine the vessel’s condition and valuation.

Why do I need a Marine Survey?

The marine survey determines if your boat meets safety criteria set forth by the administration. The findings uncovered by a Marine Surveyor will determine the true value of the subject vessel and is often used as a negotiation tool.

Buying a marine survey is buying peace of mind. It will give a better idea of exactly what you are getting into with your boat purchase, and help you learn what will be necessary to maintain the vessel in the future to keep you and your family safe, and your investment secure.

In addition, you might not be able to secure insurance or financing without providing the insurance company or lender with an acceptable survey, so you might as well make the survey a condition of purchase to begin with.

Yacht Agency & Marine Survey

Yacht Agency Navigation Fee Marine Survey

We offer a range of professional services, tailored to the needs of today’s boat buyer and owner

Efficient. Detailed. Accurate. Factual.

We firmly believe it is our responsibility to provide you with exceptional service, unparalleled quality, and fully leverage your boating experience, ensuring unwavering confidence in us and our agency. We are dedicated to efficiency, thoroughness, precision, and factual accuracy.

Our agency services adhere to a Professional Code of Conduct and are supported by comprehensive professional indemnity, meeting the standards set by top maritime and industry benchmarks.

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Licenses issued, navigation & fishing licenses surveys & authorisations.

Croatian Navigation Fee Online

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For individual diving in Croatia, it's necessary to obtain a diving permit.

Pre-purchase Surveys

Thermal Imaging

We provide stand alone thermal imaging services.

Moisture Testing

A non-destructive Moisture Meter is used to determine moisture content in the fiberglass lamination and wood.

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management and maintenance of a client’s yacht or boat while they are away

What Our Clients Say About Our Services

“ Excellent expert and great buying advice !!! To find an appointment was great, the inspection of the boat very accurate and very detailed, I would never buy a boat again without Marko Orlic, he just sees everything and has a great knowledge..."

"Very professional, prompt & courteous service. Highly recommended."

Stephen Harris

"Super quick service, less than a day. Very easy to complete questions and all information for bank transfer of payment."

Richard Woordward

"T hese guys are great ,they got my paper work over the line in a short time ,would recommend them for any further help."

"An excellent service. Very professional, constant feedback with the many queries that I had, and super speedy for obtaining the document. I would have no hesitation to recommend them; very impressed from start to finish."

Navigation Fee Online

To sail in Croatian waters, you are obliged to purchase an annual permit, vignette, navigation fee or (as it is now called)  Fee for the safety of navigation and protection of the sea from pollution  or shorter  Yacht or boat arrival notification fee.

Yacht Agency

A yachting experience can encompass everything you desire, and we're here to assist with that.

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The quality of our services and our technical capabilities are supported by experience, qualification and are acknowledged by recognised industry accreditation.

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Contact form, mandinus d.o.o..

Company information OIB: 35481795812 Plavnička 6 51521 Punat, Island Krk, Croatia

Phone +385 91 2000 215

Email [email protected]

Yacht Surveying and Yacht Value Assessment

By leo ćurin , naval architect and engineer, yacht quality and value assessment by a permanent sworn court surveyor, seasoned naval engineer and a yacht charter owner.

Full yacht quality and value assesment service from an engineer that worked with some of the biggest names in yacht industry: Swan, Bavaria, Salona, Axopar, etc.

NAUTEA Marine Survey and Consulting​

www.nautea.hr Plančićeva 4, 21000 Split, Croatia M. +385 9837 1602 Email. [email protected]

Nautea provide fully insured marine surveying services to all ship and boat types of all sizes. Whether your vessel is a thirty-foot private yacht, a VLCC tanker or anything in between, our on-board surveys are performed with your exact needs in mind. Surveys can be performed as riding surveys between ports or during a vessels time in port or dry dock.

Pre-purchase surveys, damage surveys and insurance surveys are all included in our portfolio of surveys provided and are performed by experienced and qualified staff.

The surveyor employs modern technology to ensure that the exact condition of the vessel being surveyed is identified. He has considerable practical experience of GRP, steel and wooden boats, and an extensive engineering background that enables realistic and effective repair options to be identified.

• Insurance survey
• Pre-purchase survey
• Damage survey
• New build supervision
• Refit supervision
• Various inspections
• Moisture verification
• Thickness measurement
• Inspection of damages
• Follow up with repairs
• Vessel Docking
• Quality Control
• Vessel conversion
• Equipment Installation
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Plančićeva 4, 21000 Split, Croatia

YACHT SERVICES CROATIA Aboute us

Marine surveys read more, marine surveys.

Whether you are a private yacht owner in distress, a maritime agency, a bank, an insurer, or in short any type of company in the world in the yacht or ship business,

we have the capacity to give you the right solution to your problem.

Our team is composed of highly qualified professionals from the maritime sector with long experience

Marine engineers b.sc, sea trafic engineers b.sc, naval architects, master mariners, cheef engineers, sworn court interpreter and assessor in marine affair.

We preform our survey’s in following countries: Croatia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Serbia, Austria, Hungary, Montenegro and Albania.

Split Yacht Surveyors

Split, Croatia is an important hub in the yachting world due to its strategic location on the Adriatic Sea. The city is home to a large and modern marina that is able to accommodate a wide range of yachts, from small sailboats to luxury mega-yachts. The marina is well-equipped with all the necessary facilities and services that yachters might need, including fuel, water, electricity, and repair and maintenance services. Split is also a popular destination for yachters due to its rich cultural heritage and stunning natural beauty. The city is home to a number of ancient landmarks and historic sites, such as the Diocletian’s Palace, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The surrounding region is dotted with picturesque islands and islets that offer a wealth of opportunities for exploration and relaxation. In addition to its attractions as a destination, Split is also an important gateway to other parts of the Croatian coast and the wider Mediterranean region. The city is well-connected by air, land, and sea, making it an ideal starting point for yachting adventures. Overall, Split is a vital player in the yachting world due to its modern infrastructure, rich cultural heritage, and strategic location. Whether you are a seasoned yachter or a newcomer to the sport, Split has something to offer for everyone.

A yacht survey in Split, Croatia is an essential procedure involving a comprehensive examination of the vessel to determine its condition and value. Typically, a professional marine surveyor with the requisite knowledge and training evaluates the yacht in this manner. The survey begins with a visual examination of the yacht, during which the surveyor will look for obvious signs of damage or deterioration. This entails inspecting the hull, decks, and superstructure for cracks, dents, and other flaws. In addition, the surveyor will inspect the yacht’s systems and equipment, including the engines, electrical systems, and navigational equipment, to ensure that they are in good working order. In addition to the visual inspection, the surveyor may employ specialized tools and equipment to evaluate the yacht’s condition. This may include moisture meters, ultrasonic thickness gauges, and other devices capable of detecting hidden issues or problems. The surveyor will provide a written report detailing the condition of the yacht and any suggested repairs or upgrades once the inspection is complete. The yacht owner can use this report to make informed decisions about the vessel and to negotiate the yacht’s price if it is being purchased or sold.

Marine Surveyors Split

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Maritimus consultant d.o.o. is Company established as respond to increasing demand for reliable partners in the shipping industry. Mission of the Company is to provide services in industry to the benefit of the Owners and Organizations. We are proud to be first Croatian company that is awarded with ISO 9001-2009 for yacht consulting.

Main activities

• Pre-purchase ship-yacht-boat inspection & sale docking attendance
• Checking GRP hulls for delaminating with ultrasonic flaw detector and hardness with barcol tester More..
• Advice to banks, investment companies, insurance companies on vessel, yacht/boat condition and value (Sworn Court Surveyor)
• Drafting repair specifications, tendering and repair supervision More…

Maritimus Consultant d.o.o Adresa: Karamanova 1, Split, Croatia OIB: 77399747274 MB: 01859200

Ured: Bihaćka 2a, Split, Croatia Mob: +385 95 906 1060 Tel: +385 21 459 762 Fax: +385 21 459 763 E-mail: [email protected]

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NEED A SURVEY ON A YACHT IN CROATIA?

Search for  Yacht Pre Purchase Surveys  online.

Choose a professional surveyor that is qualified, trained, experienced, holds PI Insurance and is a member of a professional body such as YDSA, MCA, Lloyds, Veritas, RINA, IIMS, MECAL.

Williams & Smithells do not recommend any particular surveyor and will work with any qualified surveyor instructed by our clients so as to ensure both buyer and seller are protected.

The main Classifications Societies and professional bodies are YDSA (Yacht Designers & Surveyors Association), MCA (Marine Coastguard Agency) , ABS (American Bureau of Shipping) Bureau Veritas, RINA, Lloyds, RYA (Royal Yachting Association) and IIMS (International Institute of Marine Surveyors).

Williams & Smithells will assist your surveyor with yacht details, history, arrange access to the yacht and/or boat yard, book or liaise with the yard for lift out, hull wash and block if required. Most surveyors like to be left to get on with the survey and will report back to the buyer direct after survey and before the report is written up. We are always on hand should the surveyor need any additional information or has questions relating to the yacht.

We may not recommend surveyors in Croatia but can point you in the right direction so you can choose. Click here for Yacht Surveyors.

WHY SURVEY A YACHT IN CROATIA?

You should have a marine survey of any boat you are thinking of buying – motor or sailing boat -generally all but the smallest will need a pre-purchase survey or if you are buying a “project yacht”. Well qualified yacht surveyors have a mixture of experience, specialist training opportunities and the backing of a well established Professional Association. You will need a survey for insurance in due course so find out the condition before you buy. If you intend to register the boat, ask for the tonnage measurement to be done at the same time.

The marine surveyor may identify faults that the average boat owner will not be aware of, possibly using specialist equipment. Knowledge of faults and deterioration can assist the purchaser regarding associated rectification of defects or appropriate allowances.

http://www.ydsa.co.uk/surveys.html

The choice of surveyor is entirely down to the purchaser, making it impartial and specific to the buyer.

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First registration of yacht

1. SUBMISSION OF REQUESTS

Initial survey is the initial technical inspection that must be performed by each yacht and pleasure craft with a hull length of more than 15 meters, which will be register for the first time in the Register of Ships of the Republic of Croatia.

Requirements for initial survey of yachts of Croatian nationality are described in the “Ordinance on crafts, boats and yachts", (Off. Gazette 13/2020 and 52/2020).

Requirements for equipping Croatian yachts with safety equipment are described in the "Ordinance on crafts, boats and yachts", (Off. Gazette 13/2020 and 52/2020).

Registration of the yacht is preceded by the procedure of determining the technical acceptability for the first registration of the yacht according to the specific requirements of the “Ordinance on crafts, boats and yachts", (Off. Gazette 13/2020 and 52/2020).

To submit an "online" application for the issuance of a "Yacht Data Certificate" and to perform an initial survey of the yacht, you need to click HERE. You will be notified by e-mail that the request has been duly received.

The application should be fully completed and contain all information about the applicant (exact and complete name of the legal or natural person who owns the yacht, address, telephone number, e-mail, name and surname of the responsible person, OIB (personal identification number) etc.).

The request must be accompanied by the following (original documents, certified translations or certified copies are not required):

•  For newly built yachts for commercial or personal use, hull length up to 24 meters:

copy of the EU Declaration of Conformity for a yacht in Croatian language

copy of Builder's Certificate

copy of the EC Type-examination certificate in accordance with the Directive (EC Type Examination), if required by the Directive regarding the applied conformity assessment procedure

copy of the EU Declaration of Conformity for propulsion machines (power greater than 120 kW)

copy of Noise test report if applicable

if the authorised person submits the request, a certified power of attorney should be attached

• For newly built yachts for commercial use, or second-hand yachts for personal use, hull lengths greater than 24 meters:

newly built yacht for commercial use

Certificate of completion of construction issued by a recognized organization in accordance with Regulation (EC) 391/2009 of the European Parliament and of the Council

• yacht for personal use 

 copy of the Class certificate issued by a recognized organization in accordance with Regulation (EC) 391/2009 of the European Parliament and of the Council

 a copy of other yacht certificates for navigation issued by the previous maritime administration in accordance with the conventions of the International Maritime Organization (IMO) 

 copy of the Certificate of Registry

• For second-hand yachts for personal use with a hull length of up to 24 meters:

copy of the Certificate of Registry, Yacht Certificates or other relevant document of the EEA Member State as proof that the subject yacht has already been placed on the market and / or used within the EEA

• For second-hand yachts for commercial use, hull length up to 24 meters:

copy of the Certificate of Registry, Yacht Certificates or other relevant document of the EEA Member State as proof that the yacht in question has already been placed on the market and / or used within the EEA

copy of the EU Declaration of Conformity for a yacht

copy of the EC Type-examination certificate in accordance with the Directive (EC Type Examination)

if the authorised person submits the request, a certified power of attorney should be attached.

All newly built yachts that have never been placed on the market and / or put into use in the EEA member states and which are placed on the market and / or put into service in the territory of the Republic of Croatia for the first time, must have an EU Declaration of conformity issued by the manufacturer in Croatian language.

It is necessary to submit a direct request for the first registration of the yacht to the competent Harbour Master's Office, request for the assignment of the name of the yacht, as well as request the issuance of other documents necessary for the first registration.

2. INITIAL SURVEY

Initial survey of the yacht is performed by the CROATIAN REGISTER OF SHIPS (CRS).

Upon receipt of the "on-line" request, the CRS issues an order to its competent Branch office to perform a yacht survey. 

CRS Branch offices: 

Vela Luka – tel: 00 385 20 813 120; 

Split – tel: 00 385 21 408 110; 

Šibenik – tel: 00 385 22 214 975; 

Zadar – tel: 00 385 23 235 981; 

Mali Lošinj – tel: 00 385 51 231 331; 

Rijeka – tel: 00 385 51 671 811; 

Pula – tel: 00 385 52 223 152

You will receive an e-mail informing which Branch office you need to contact for a survey. In order to shorten the survey procedure, it is recommended to agree on the date and place with the CRS Branch office immediately upon receipt the notification by e-mail or when the yacht is prepared for inspection and equipped with all required equipment.

Initial survey of the yacht can be started before the completion of the yacht registration procedure in the Register of Ships of the Republic of Croatia.

The duration of the yacht survey depends on the condition of the yacht, the scope of the inspection, the equipment of the yacht, and depends on the case. It is desirable to prepare as many yachts as possible for survey at the same location at the same time.

3. ISSUANCE OF DOCUMENTS

Based on submitted documents, the Harbor Master's Office, to which the request was submitted, issues the Certificate of Registry .

Upon successful completion of the initial survey and registration of the yacht (with prior presentation of the Certificate of Registry original documents or certified copies are not required) CRS issues:

• for the yachts with hull length up to 24 m

Certificate of the yacht ability for navigation (commercial use / personal use)

• for the yachts with hull length greater than 24 m

Certificate of Class

Other yacht certificates for navigation issued on behalf of the Republic of Croatia in accordance with the conventions of the International Maritime Organization (IMO).

Contact persons in CRS regarding the initial survey procedure:

Željko Mihaljević, tel: 00 385 21 408 151/146; e-mail: [email protected]

Damir Jeličić, tel: 00 385 21 408 147; e-mail: [email protected]

Buying a Boat In Croatia: The Complete Beginner’s Guide

Thinking about buying a boat in Croatia? We did and this is everything we learned. This is the complete beginner’s guide to purchasing a boat in Croatia, meaning, it is for beginners, by beginners. It includes everything we learned along the way when buying a boat in Croatia for the first time.

Having spent four years traveling by van , we decided to shake things up a little and try our hand at something new. Sailing the Adriatic. It was an ambitious plan given our limited sailing experience (read: almost none) but one which we were excited to attempt.

The first thing we needed to do was to find a boat, learning to sail was a close second on our to-do list.

Looking at options to rent a boat over a few months to sail the coast of Croatia, Albania, Montenegro, Greece, and Italy, we quickly realized that it would be very expensive to rent. Much like our previous van adventures, it seemed it would be more economical to buy our own second-hand sailboat and sell it after six or seven months at sea.

Can I Buy a Boat in Croatia

Yes! In fact, Croatia is one of the best places to buy a boat, not just because it’s a great place to sail, but because a very busy and very seasonal yachting industry means a large market for boats.

Sailing and cruising are hugely popular in Croatia and it has become one of the most popular boating destinations in the world. With such an established yachting industry, buying a boat, even as a foreigner, has become a relatively typical process (even if it’s not exactly straightforward).

Given how popular sailing is here, it comes as no surprise that there are thousands and thousands of boats in the marinas that line Croatia’s coastline. Moreover, with a huge charter industry, and plenty of international owners, boat turnover is high and there are always lots of different boats for sale to suit any style or budget.

How Much Do Boats Cost in Croatia?

In terms of ready-to-sail boats that won’t require a lot of work to start sailing, you will be looking at anything from €20,000 for smaller boats from the 1980s (what we bought) up to €200,000+ for larger more modern yachts. Of course, you can also find large 50-foot-plus boats that are priced into the millions, but that sort of purchase is well beyond the scope of this post.

Regardless of your budget, you are likely to find great value for money here as there is a large turnover of yachts every season and great bargains to be had if you look hard enough. That being said, when it comes to sailboats, it’s not hard to buy a lemon, and that could be quite a frustrating, expensive, and even dangerous proposition. Make sure you carry out your due diligence when shopping for a boat in Croatia.

Why Are Boats Cheaper in Croatia?

There are a number of factors that make buying a boat in Croatia cheaper.

For one ting, the high volume of boats on the market leads to a buyer’s market.

The ancillary costs of boat ownership are also much cheaper in Croatia as a result of lower living expenses than in many other regions associated with boating. This means administration, maintenance, and other costs such as purchasing marine equipment and resources can be kept lower, offsetting the total cost of buying a boat.

How to Buy a Boat in Croatia

How to buy a boat may seem a bit overwhelming at first, but easily accomplished if you follow these simple steps.

Finding Boats for Sale in Croatia

We started researching well in advance and were glad we did. We had already decided to look for a monohull for our first boat . With a budget of around €20,000, we had to crawl the classifieds for a tidy monohull in good condition, which wouldn’t require too much additional work.

Our aim was to buy a reputable brand above 30 feet long with two or three berths, between 30 and 40 years old. After a couple of inquiries of boats within these parameters and a couple of not so flash boat surveys, we adjusted our wish list slightly.

In the end, we settled for something slightly shorter, a 29-foot Beneteau built-in 1986. It turned out to be the perfect size for the two of us, easy for beginners to handle, and plenty of space for a couple used to live in small spaces. With a slight reduction in length, there was a significant increase in the quality to price ratio of the available boats. We also had to stretch our budget by 20% to afford this particular boat which was in pristine condition with many aftermarket improvements and modern instruments and apparatus included.

We used the online marketplace yachtworld.com to find a boat that suited us. Yachtworld includes listings of both sailboats and powerboats from around the world but primarily in Europe. You can filter by region and specific country, narrowing your search down to boats for sale in Croatia. You can also use parameters like size, age, make, and price to further narrow your search.

Most yachts for sale in Croatia will be listed by yacht brokers, some of the most recognizable names in Croatia are Selymar, Bach Yachting, and Amissani. Buying a boat in Croatia that is listed with a broker provided a level of convenience and security that I can’t imagine you would be able to assure with a private seller.

We enquired about boats listed by Selymar and Bach Yachting, and ultimately purchased a boat listed by Bach Yachting. Although the broker represents the owner, we found the broker, Nina Borić from Bach Yachting, incredibly helpful, communicative, and proactive every step of the way. She supported us through the entire purchase process (and continued to support us well after the transaction was complete). We found the broker so helpful that we decided to list the boat for sale with Nina when we complete our trip.

VAT on Boats in Croatia

What does ‘Taxes’ or ‘VAT’ Paid / Unpaid mean in boat advertisements in Croatia?

As Croatia is in the EU, VAT or sales tax is applicable for personal purchases including boats.

When you are buying from a private seller they should have already paid VAT (though not always, so be sure to check) when they purchased or imported the boat.

However, if you are purchasing a boat previously used by a business such as an ex-charter yacht, they likely would not have paid VAT and it will be payable by the buyer.

VAT is 25% in Croatia so this represents a huge cost component of the final cost.

If you plan to take the boat out of the EU then you can get the VAT refunded, but it is still a large upfront cost and, of course, there may be tax implications when it comes to importing the boat somewhere else.

Choosing an Ex-Charter Boat vs Choosing a Privately Owned Boat in Croatia

We are new to sailing and have only bought this one boat, so we do not pretend to be experts on the matter. But, based on our research and limited experience, we can offer our opinion.

The pros of purchasing ex-charter boats are that they are usually well maintained with the boat, sails, and motor being regularly and properly serviced.

The obvious cons are that ex-charter boats often see more action per sailing season than privately used boats. They will be sailed all season, by people who may not be the most experienced sailors and who do not have a vested interest in taking care of a boat the way a private owner might. This means that charter boats often show more wear and tear than privately owned boats of the same age.

There is also the issue of VAT discussed above.

Purchasing a privately owned boat comes with its own set of risks and advantages too. The risk here is that you buy from a private seller that did not take good care of the boat, allowed issues to fester, and did not regularly and properly maintain their boat.

The pros are that if you can find a boat for sale that has been lovingly cared for, maintained, and updated by one (or two) dedicated owner(s), you will get the best vessel of all. One that hasn’t been flogged by renters, has been properly looked after, and has been updated by an owner who used the boat themselves.

We were lucky enough to find such a boat. The boat had only been used for a couple of months each season and had been lovingly cared for, devoutly maintained, and routinely upgraded. The addition of a powerful bow thruster, offshore navigational instrumentation, solar panels, and wind turbines, and the inclusion of extra equipment like tender, outboard, and two autopilots were great inclusions on such a small and affordable boat.

Organizing Pre-Purchase Survey and Marine Surveyor Croatia

Once you have found some boats that suit your needs and budget, the next step is to arrange a pre-purchase inspection by a qualified marine surveyor. This step is crucial in any boat purchase, but even more so if you plan to buy without seeing the boat yourself. You need to rely on your surveyor to care as much as you do when inspecting the boat for any potential defects. Luckily, there are many competent and qualified surveyors in Croatia.

To find a marine surveyor, you can ask a boat broker to put you in touch with a surveyor, conduct a Google search or ask for recommendations in sailing forums from others that have engaged surveyors in Croatia.

We were referred to a marine surveyor by Sleymar Yacht Brokers to help us look at one boat we were interested in. Initially, we were hesitant to use the recommendation of the broker advertising the boat, but after receiving the CV of the surveyor and talking with him it became immediately clear that he took his job seriously and would provide a thorough and objective assessment of the boat. In the end, he delivered a fair, measured, and detailed report that included hundreds of photos. He gave us his professional interpretation and it was clear that the boat, while a decent project for someone else, would not be suitable for beginners looking for something ready to sail.

When we found our next potential boat, we immediately re-engaged our surveyor and his next report was much more favorable. We made an offer based on his recommendation and were able to secure the boat. The surveyor later returned to conduct the sea trial to ensure the engine, sails and other components that could only be assessed at sea were in good order.

I would love to recommend this particular surveyor here, but unfortunately, he retired shortly after conducting the final sea trial on our boat.

Paying for a Boat in Croatia

As mentioned above, for security and simplicity’s sake it is better to buy a boat through a broker. A reputable broker will make sure everything goes smoothly, the contract is properly executed and proper paperwork is filed. They will hold the deposit and the balance of sale until the contract is executed and provide the new owner with a bill of sale and relevant paperwork.

When it comes time to sign the dotted line and transfer money, the easiest and cheapest way is to transfer from a bank account in the European Union directly to the broker’s holding account. If you don’t have an EU bank account the next cheapest way to transfer money is with Transfer Wise.

Following receipt of the balance, the broker will arrange the finalized contract and bill of sale before transferring the funds to the seller.

How to Register a Boat in Croatia

Before you can sail your new boat must be registered. Either in Croatia or elsewhere. 

Like many things regarding public administration here, registering a boat in Croatia is an exercise in bureaucracy.

After learning the requirements of registering a boat in Croatia, we opted to register our boat in Poland instead.

The procedure to register a boat under the Croatian flag, from what we understand, works like this:

Firstly you need to gather copies of the following documents:

• A completed boat registration application
• A VHF registration application
• Contract of sale – translated into Croatian by a court translator
• Flag deletion certificate – translated into Croatian by a court translator
• Passport(s) of the buyer
• CE certificate
• Builder plate
• An OIB number for all buyers (similar to a social security number)
• You need to have a signed and notarized authorization of a Croatian resident that can receive mail on your behalf.

Once you have all the paperwork, you can take it to the harbormaster’s office for evaluation. 

THEN you can apply for a survey of the yacht at the Croatian Ship Register. They will need to organize a survey of the boat (out of the water). 

In addition to checking the condition of the boat, they will confirm that you have all the necessary safety and navigation equipment onboard necessary for the type of navigation area you plan to register your boat for. 

If your boat passes muster, you can pay your registration fees and await the registration documents which can take weeks.

The registration including the survey costs about 2,000 kunas or €250, it also doesn’t include any items you need to purchase or repair to meet registration requirements which can be costly.

The VHF license application costs around 340 kuna or about €45. 

Additionally, you will need to pay an ongoing maritime registration fee of 530 kuna or €70 euros per year. 

Finally, you will need to spend 1,500 kuna €200 euros or more for the translation of documents.

Alternative Registration Option: Registering a Boat in Poland

Poland allows remote registration of boats by foreigners. At €550 The cost of registration is expensive but comparable to the total cost involved in Croatian registration. Most importantly, the process is much more straightforward and far quicker. 

For registration in Poland you will need to gather:

• Boat Registration Application
• Notarized Contract of Sale
• Flag Deletion Certificate
• Builders plate
• If you have a survey report you can attach this to the application
• A photo of the engine

Once you have organized the documents, your best bet is to use an agent to file the application, this will ensure things run smoothly and quickly.

Mitja from HinCo Yacht Services was able to facilitate this process for us.

You should receive an electronic copy of the registration and the original copies in seven to ten days.

The process cost us €550.

What Flags do I Need to Fly on My Boat in Croatia?

The most important flag is the ensign flag. The national flag from the country where the boat is registered should be flown from the stern forestay.

On the starboard spreader, you are required to fly the national flag of the country you are sailing in, in this case, Croatia.

How to insure a Boat in Croatia

Once your boat is registered you can organize insurance.

To sail in Croatia you must have third-party liability.

Organizing third-party insurance is simple.

We organized a quote online through Generali .

You may also wish to organise personal accident insurance (obligatory in some regions)or comprehensive insurance as well.

Obtaining these insurances can be complicated by a range of factors including the age of the vessel, nationality, and address of owners, where the boat is registered, and where you plan to sail.

Your best bet is to find an insurance broker in your country of residence that can help you.

Obtaining a Croatian Vignette

Once the boat is registered and insured you will need to obtain a vignette or permit at the nearest Harbour Master’s Office or its branch office before you can sail in Croatia.

It is best to visit the Harbour Master in the morning during business hours as the Harbour Master is primarily a search and rescue service.

You will need to take:

• Original Registration Document (they accepted an electronic version from us but prefer the original)
• Identity Card (Passport)
• Skipper License
• Copy of liability insurance certificate

You should also take other relevant documents such as the bill of sale in case further evidence is required.

Do I Need a Skipper License to Buy a boat in Croatia?

While no one will ask to see your credentials when you buy a boat, you are required to have a license to sail in Croatian waters. You will need a valid boating and navigation license as well as a VHF certificate of competency.

If you are already certified in another country, Croatia recognizes many state-issued marine and nautical licenses. Check out this list of international marine licenses and credentials recognized in Croatia. In some cases, you may be required to obtain a VHF qualification.

Getting a Skippers or VHF License in Croatia

You can obtain a skipper’s license or add a VHF license to your existing qualification in Croatia.

The qualifications available in Croatia are as follows.

Boat Skipper Category A

• Is authorized to operate with boats up to 7m with engine power up to 15KW
• Navigation areas III and IV

Boat Skipper Category B

• Authorized to operate pleasure boats up to 30GT or charter boats up to 30GT without a professional crew

Boat Skipper Category C

• Authorized to operate with any kind of boat up to 30GT
• Navigation area I, II and all the seas globally

Yacht-Master Categories A and B

• Authorized to operate with any kind of boat up to 100GT for A category, and up to 500 for B category
• Global navigation

VHF Certificate of Competency

• Can be used in conjunction with an existing marine license that does not have a radio component.

To obtain any of the above licenses you will need to sit an exam at one of the Harbour Master’s Offices .

Contact the relevant office to find out dates and times for examinations. Generally, the procedure is to register for the exam a day or two in advance and make payment at a post office or bank.

Many sailing schools in Croatia will help you prepare for these exams with theoretical and practical teaching. If you use a school they will also take care of organizing the exam.

I already had a marine license issued in Queensland Australia and only needed to add the VHF certificate. This required me to learn how to operate a VHF, with DSC. I had to familiarize myself with the controls, learn how to make regular radio calls and distress calls, learn the phonetic alphabet and numerals, learn how to report location using longitude and latitude and memorize Croatian VHF channels and emergency telephone numbers.

I was able to find everything out online and teach myself. The exam itself was very short and consisted of a brief interview where I was asked to make a distress call, spell my name using the phonetic alphabet, and recite the Croatian Maritime search and rescue number (195).

Keeping a Boat in Croatia

If you choose to keep your boat in Croatia you will be spoilt for choice when it comes to marinas. The country must have more marinas per capita than anywhere else on the planet (don’t fact-check me on that).

Our advice when it comes to keeping a boat in Croatia is to use one of the smaller marinas on the islands or small villages along the coast and steer clear of the large city marinas.

The marinas outside of major ports are cheaper, less busy, and with less strict regulations. On the downside, it may be slightly more inconvenient to reach your boat.

What Documents Do I Need To Have on My Boat In Croatia?

Before you start sailing in Croatia, make sure you have the following list of documents on board.

• Certificate of the skipper’s competence in boat handling (licenses)
• Certificate of the third-party insurance policy
• Certificate of ownership or authorization for the use of vessel issued by the owner
• Maritime information chart

If you are staying on anchor, outside of marinas you will also need to pay a nautical tourist tax. This can now be paid online and ranges from around €12 for smaller boats staying a few days up to a maximum of €800 for an annual tax for larger boats

If you are exiting or entering the country you will also need to check-in or check out at the Harbour Master closest to your point of entry or exit. Here you can obtain a certified crew list and passenger list.

Learn to Sail in Croatia on Your Own Boat

For us, buying the boat was only step one. Without any prior experience, we had to learn how to sail, from the beginning. Rather than going to a sailing school and paying to join a large group, we decided to find an instructor who would teach us how to sail on our boat.

After talking to a number of sailing schools, we found the most flexible, practical, and helpful to be Marlin Sailing in Zadar, conveniently located near our boat. The brothers behind Marlin, Dario and Saša, created a custom training plan for us that worked around our busy work schedule and was designed to get us from novices to novices who wouldn’t get into too much trouble in just ten days.

Rather than long days of sailing in one direction, we drilled docking, anchoring, more docking, sailing, docking, navigation, docking, securing shorelines, and docking again. They showed us the ins and outs of our engine and instructed us in emergency procedures and essential local information such as the weather patterns of Croatia and tips for surviving the busy summer.

Additionally, they advised us on necessary gear and boat improvement and even took us to the marine store, hardware, and rope store to help us with our shopping list.

What’s more, as professional instructors they taught us in such a way that our knowledge was built up every day, rather than overwhelm us with information. In just ten days they left us alone with our boat on the island of Iž, confident in our ability to begin practicing and learning on our own.

Should you be looking for beginner instruction, an introduction to sailing in Croatia, or just help with navigating the purchase process, reach out to Dario from Marlin, and tell him Eddie and Kelli sent you!

Whether or not you use Marlin, if you do decide to look for instruction or assistance, our advice would be to get on the phone with a couple of companies and feel out the one that most wants to work with you to deliver your required outcomes, and who you think will be a good fit in term of teaching style and attitude.

Hopefully, you have found this information on buying a sailboat in Croatia useful. If you have a question or a comment, please let us know below!

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20 Comments

it was great to read through this article – very helpful. But you spent nowhere near enough time on the berth issue. Finding a berth – in my experience so far – is the largest issue to overcome. (It’s no use having a boat if you have nowhere to put it)….Would really appreciate some more help/advice on this issue.

I’m, glad you found the article helpful.

Our experience has been different, we did not have too much difficulty finding a variety of options for mooring throughout Croatia.

Nevertheless happy to try to answer any specific questions you have (you can post them here or email us directly at [email protected] ). I’ll also go back through the article and see if there’s some detail I can add to this topic.

Thanks for your comments.

Fair winds,

Great article many thanks.

Do you have any additional details on the Queensland Marine Licence they accepted in Croatia. Was it simply the RMDL (Recreational Marine Drivers Licence)?

From a fellow Queenslander.

Hi Allan! Yep just the Queensland RMDL.

To be safe and make it look official I printed a copy of the Marine licence verification certificate which cost me $7.90 here: https://www.service.transport.qld.gov.au/checkmarinelicence/public/Welcome.xhtml?dswid=5103 and showed that to harbour master along with the table of accepted licenses provided by the MMPI (Croatian Ministry of Transport) you can find it here https://mmpi.gov.hr/UserDocsImages/dokumenti/MORE/More%205_21/TABLICA%20MoU%20ENGL%2010-5_21.pdf (they were surprised to see this document and asked me to show them where I had found it)

The most important question is how much is marina per year. Maybe also insurance and other maintenance cost.

Hi Piotr, you’re absolutely right this is an important question so we gave this question its own post, check it out here https://thevanabondtales.com/the-cost-of-living-on-a-sailboat-full-time/

So how does one get the VAT refunded? I’ve seen a lot of articles on how to buy a boat abroad etc but none cover the topic of how to get the VAT refunded on a boat.

Good question,

As far as I know, if you are buying a second-hand boat from a private owner who has paid VAT, I don’t think you can get the VAT refunded.

If you buy the boat without VAT, from a charter company for example, and you are planning to take it out of the country within a short time frame (I believe 60 days) you can ‘buy for export’. You will need to sail out of the country, and likely need to pay the import fee wherever you are taking it.

This is my understanding but I would definitely check with a local broker or someone who has gone through the process before.

Hope that helps let me know if you have any other questions about the process!

What a big switch to go from van life to boat life. Congrats. You will certainly have lots of stories to tell.

It is definitely a change, but we are up for the challenge. Learning to sail is not quite as easy as learning to drive.

Wow! What an adventure this will be. A great guide for anyone wanting to buy a boat and go on a sailing adventure. Bon Voyage!

An adventure indeed. Thanks for reading!

While I have no intensions of buying a boat in Croatia anytime soon, this is quite the ultimate guide to do so.

You never know where life might take you, a year ago I would have said the same thing!

That is so good that you shared your first hand experience here.

Thanks for reading!

Wow this is such a comprehensive article on buying a boat, I love all the detail you put into it… also loved the tour around the boat..it has always intrigued me about the cost… and is it worth it, I’ll have to get back to you on that as I do like my luxury…ha ha Happy Sailings

We have only been on the boat a month but so far we think it is worth it. We will see!

Very good article! I will send you some questions privately. This article was very well thought out and gave very valuable information.

Hi Claudine, I am glad you found it helpful! By all means, send through your questions and we will do our best to help.

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• Post author: Ingolf Schneider
• Post published: 28. September 2022
• Post category: Yacht Surveys in Croatia

Vessel Type: Sailing Yacht (Catamaran) Hull Material: Fiberglass Scope of Survey: Pre Purchase Survey Country: Croatia Location: Marina Polesana Pula

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